Emmanuel Kingsley
Author for A-Z Animals

Tasmanian devils may have been made popular by the character Taz in the Looney Tunes cartoon, but the real animals are not exactly like Taz. These nocturnal marsupials are unique… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Deer are among the most widespread animals in the world today. They are quite recognizable, and their antlers remain their most popular feature. However, there are certain facts about deer… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Walruses are very distinct-looking animals that reside mostly in the cold and icy waters of the Arctic Circle. Not the most popular animals in the world, very little is publicly… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Hyenas are popular among human beings, but, many times, not for the right reasons. The average person doesn’t consider the animal beautiful or graceful. For many people, these beasts are… Read More

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Have you ever considered keeping an intelligent and active animal as a pet? If yes, Siberian Huskies tick every box of a great companion. They possess a sled-pulling skill that… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

The skunk is a domestic cat-sized, well-furred, tiny carnivore. It has distinctive black-and-white patterns and the most well-known protection strategy in the animal kingdom: the ability to stink. Additionally, they… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Bobcats (also called red Lynx) are from the cat family. They are characterized by fur colors ranging from brownish red to buff with spots or stripes on them. They also… Read More

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When talking about the lizard family, it is impossible not to mention iguanas. Their sturdy body structure makes them unique among reptiles of the same species. Identifying one from a… Read More

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Porcupines are among the largest rodents on earth. They have modified hair that is sharp for defensive purposes. These hairs are known as quills. Their size is not the only… Read More

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The uniqueness of swans makes them identifiable among other birds. These majestic creatures are the largest members of the goose family. That may not sound like something new to you.… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Maine Coons are huge domestic cats that hail from Maine in the United States. They are identified with long fur running along their chest, rectangular body shape, dense fur coat,… Read More

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Toucans are a well-known and easily recognized species of bird found in the Central and South American rainforests. These clever birds with large, colorful bills dwell in small flocks or… Read More

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Camels are one of the largest animals found in the desert and semi-desert regions of Africa and Asia. There has been a lot of confusion about them due to their… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

There are seven Pacific salmon species and one Atlantic salmon species found in the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans tributaries. Most species are anadromous, meaning they're born in rivers and streams,… Read More

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Cicadas are unique insects, but we still don't know a lot about them. Interestingly, humans have been interacting with these insects for a very long time. Some notable artworks, myths,… Read More

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Lobsters are crustaceans that have lived in the world's seas for about 480 million years and can be seen in all of the world's oceans. Have you ever thought about… Read More

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Eagles are one of the largest and strongest birds in the sky. They are nicknamed "birds of prey" due to their gracefulness, balanced aggression, and fantastic eyesight. They are extraordinary… Read More

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Seals are a type of marine mammal found in different parts of the world. They can live in both polar and tropical waters. Seals are found in various places and… Read More

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Tigers are one of the deadliest, most gorgeous creatures on Earth, and this names them interesting and special to exist. Although they are becoming extinct now, with over 95% of… Read More

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Few sights are as lovely as squirrels leaping with agility from tree to tree. With their full and bushy tails, large eyes, and slender bodies, squirrels can make the list… Read More

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Did you know that dragonflies are older than dinosaurs? Dragonflies are not only prehistoric but also one of nature's most efficient creatures. From their name, you would think they resemble… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Key Points Chihuahuas are prone to dehydration. They have the same brain size as the Great Dane and the Alsatian. Chihuahuas are just misunderstood dogs that require proper training and… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

The kangaroo is so popular in Australia that it has since become an emblem of the country. Although they are this popular, there are many things not known about kangaroos.… Read More

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Aside from dogs and cats, the most common domestic animal to humans worldwide is the chicken. These pretty birds are essential to our stomachs as they are one of the… Read More

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The raccoon (Procyon lotor) is one of the most common mammals in North America, living primarily in moist woodlands. Raccoons have black fur masks across their eyes, with bushy tails… Read More

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Rabbits are mammals found in almost every part of the world except Antarctica. While these animals are kept as pets or even for their meat, little is known about them.… Read More

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Native to the Southern US and China, alligators (Alligator mississippiensis) among the largest reptiles in the world. They look very similar to their cousins, crocodiles, which people often mistake them… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Almost everyone in the world knows about reindeer and Yuletide. These fascinating animals have been made popular through their association with Santa Claus, a mythical creature who uses them to… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Did you know that snakes could have blue, red, and even green eyes? Although most snakes have yellowish eyes with slit pupils, many do not follow this norm. Instead, some… Read More

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Grizzly bears are incredible animals. They are 5 times stronger than humans, have a sense of smell that is 2100 times better than humans, and to top it off, they… Read More

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The extinction story of the California Grizzly Bear is one of the saddest real-life humans-and-animals stories. To date, California Grizzly bears are among the most intriguing bear species known by… Read More

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West Virginia is home to 20 snakes, including the copperhead. Copperheads are known to bite more people than any other snake in the USA, and West Virginians are not exempted.… Read More

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One fun fact about the state of Indiana is that, despite having at least 150 species of wildlife, the state has no official or state mammal. Indiana is one of… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

The bushmaster and the Gaboon viper are two dangerous snakes known for their sizes and venoms. The Gaboon viper (Bitis gabonica) is a viper of the Viperidae family, while the… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Key Points Florida is a haven for reptilian predators and is home to one of the greatest snake and alligator populations in the nation.The Burmese python is an invasive species… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Snakes are limbless reptiles and one of the many toxin-producing animals known to man. Because of this, snakes prey on animals that many other animals larger than them cannot prey… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Coral snakes are venomous elapids known all around the world for how dangerous they can be. They are one of the only snakes known to have their own personal and… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Copperheads are a very common snake species in the southeastern United States. They are responsible for nearly half of all venomous snake bites every year. Copperheads are one of the… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Snakes are unique creatures and differ from humans in many ways. For starters, not only do they smell their environment using their tongue and Jacobson’s organ, but they are limbless… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

When you hear panda, your mind may wander straight to the popular giant panda. However, there is also the red panda, a fuzzy cat-sized mammal that lives in the high… Read More

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The axolotl is an amphibian that spends all its life underwater, which has earned it the nickname the “walking fish.” Axolotls are small and are subject to much scientific research… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Opossums are not the most popular creatures in the world, in fact, many people who see them are not likely to be sure of what they are looking at. These… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Octopuses are fascinating creatures right from how they look to all the stories that revolve around them. There are so many amazing discoveries about the octopus, and many more may… Read More

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The turkey is a giant bird, from the Aves class, native to North America. There are two primary species, namely the common turkey(wild and domesticated ones) and the ocellated turkey.… Read More

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Bearded dragons, also known as pogona, are one of the most popular lizard pets around the world. They have a wild yet cute appearance, impressive intelligence, and a pretty cool… Read More

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Otter is a term that can refer to a river otter, a sea otter, or a giant otter. An otter is a mammal with about 13 different species. Part of… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

The pug is a dog breed known for its wrinkly face, short nose, curled tails, and relatively small size. They have a long, affectionate history with humans, including children across… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Key Points Copperheads are venomous, and you don't want a bite, but they're not as dangerous as they look. Timber rattlesnakes are the ones you most want to avoid while… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Vipers, also known as viperids, are a family of dangerous and venomous snakes. Rattlesnakes, on the other hand, are just one genus of pit vipers; a genus under the viper… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago

Snakes are easy to identify due to their unique bodies. They have no limbs and crawl to move, and even more distinctively, some snake species are venomous. However, if you… Read More

By Emmanuel Kingsley 2 years ago